Life insurance provides protection for families with young children. Life insurance is not always necessary. If you are single and have enough saved to bury you when you die and pay any additional expenses or debts, you likely could bypass a policy. But what if you later marry, have children, and become "uninsurable" for some […]
Reviewing an estate plan is too often neglected. Things simply do not improve on their own over time. Examples of entropy are everywhere. You know, that good old "Second Law of Thermodynamics" applied broadly? Weeds pop up in gardens. Dust accumulates on shelves. Paint begins to chip and peel. According to a recent WMUR article […]
Several circumstances should be considered when planning to leave an inheritance to minor grandchildren. Becoming a grandparent brings fresh joys. There is something special about seeing your children have children, yes? Your love grows and expands as your family changes. According to a recent Nj.com article titled “How can I leave my money to my […]
An updated estate plan ensures your assets are distributed to desired heirs and much more. The world we live in requires constant updates. Understatement, yes? Phones, computers, and apps make changes and improvements to their systems. Often failing to update operating systems means your device loses functionality and security. According to a recent CNBC article […]
A letter of intent allows parents to communicate wishes for their children. Becoming a parent means your life is filled with more joy and love than you could have ever imagined possible. Being a parent also brings greater responsibility and more worries. By the way, you never stop being a parent once you become one. […]
Working with an experienced estate planning attorney is essential. Many things can be done on your own. You can cut down on takeout costs by making copycat recipes at home. Likewise, handmade gifts are often more meaningful and less expensive. According to a recent Pennsylvania News Today article titled “Top 7 Reasons You Need An […]
A last will and testament is valuable to estate planning. Journalism is known for the tagline “If it bleeds, it leads.” Headlines are crafted to attract attention. Since 2020, COVID-19 has become one of the most common topics of news headlines in the United States and around the world. Although COVID-19 has negatively impacted the […]
Creating an estate plan should be treated as a priority. What people value can be see in what they actually prioritize. Students can say their education is important to them but spend little time studying. Athletes who do not practice demonstrate they do not want to improve or win. According to a recent The Street […]
Estate plans need to be updated after a divorce. Rarely do you hear of people getting married with the expectation of divorce in their future. In general, couples enter marriage believing they will be together forever. They build their lives anticipating long-term goals. Many couples include estate planning in these long-term plans. According to a […]
Having an estate plan is foundational to protecting loved ones and assets. People are planners. We plan our routes when driving. We prepare for meetings at work. We develop five- and ten-year plans. According to a recent Digital Journal article titled “What is an Estate Plan and What are its Benefits?,” many people, unfortunately, neglect […]
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Overland Park Estate Planning Attorney Kyle Krull assists clients in Kansas and Missouri with Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, Revocable Living Trusts, Charitable Planning, Asset Protection and Business Succession Planning in the greater Kansas City area including Overland Park, Leawood, Olathe, Lenexa, Johnson County Kansas and Jackson County Missouri.
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